American Leadership Academy Teacher Realizes Dream of Opening Youth Theatre
Theater has long been a passion for Sandra Millet. For the past 20 years, she has been teaching drama at American Leadership Academy, and has recently embarked on her own adventure in community youth theater production. “I was the crazy kid on the block who was always trying to do a play in my backyard […]
From tragedies to chaplain: One woman’s journey to helping others
When Suzanne Cayner gets up to go to work as a chaplain at Maple Creek Home and Hospice in Spanish Fork, she thinks back to the little girl who always wanted to help others, and she is proud. Since Cayner was a little girl, she always wanted to be a helper. She recalled going to […]
‘I Want to Live:’ Woman WhoLost Three Sons to Suicide, Shares Her Story
There is no way to adequately describe the pain a mother feels when she loses a child to suicide, and Payson resident, Cherri Gressmen has lost three children. It was in February of 2005 when Gressmen’s youngest child, Cameron Cunningham,18, made the decision to take his life. 13 years later, in October 2018, his older […]
Four generations of Payson High graduates talk about years past and hope for future with new building
In late June, Payson High School was demolished after nearly 60 years of operation, and those in the Sorenson family think fondly of the years spent in the hallways while looking forward to making new memories. For the past eight years, Jesse Sorenson has served as an administrator and as the head principal for the […]
22-year old Noah Losito croons his way to second place in‘Spanish Fork’s Got Talent’
Spanish Fork’s Fiesta Days showed once again that ‘Spanish Fork’s Got Talent.’ The festival’s talent competition that took place the evening of July 23, featured a dozen competitors who took the stage to showcase their talents from singing to dancing, to family musical numbers, rock bands, and even an Elvis impersonator. The stakes were high, […]
Local homeschool mom calls it a ‘work of heart’
While many students and parents alike are rearing up for the upcoming school year, there are those who are taking an “alternative” route to education. Homeschooling is on the rise in Utah, with many contributing factors including the Covid 19 pandemic, legislative support through grants like the Utah Fits All scholarship and increased community support […]
Duck rescued from fishing line at Spring Lake should remind us all to do better
As a former resident of Payson, one of my favorite places to visit was Spring Lake. I love the evergreens that surround the path that borders the lake. Those towering trees that welcome local birds that perch on the branches and nestle within the needles. Spring Lake is a majestic place with a complicated history, […]
Fiesta Days Grand Marshals Richard and Tamara Davis serve others in memory of Kiplyn
July 1, 2025 would have been Kiplyn Davis’ 46th birthday and her dad Richard Davis spent the day serving others. “I’m just headed for a temple assignment … and (then) going to a city council meeting,” Richard told Serve Daily on the day of his daughter’s birthday. Doing service for others has been a way […]
Mom creating art for families of loved ones lost, in memory of 2-year-old son
When Caitlyn Burrell looks at recent family photos, there is a face missing. It is the face of her 2-year-old son, Emmett Burrell who just two years ago, drowned after wandering off out of sight into a canal in Spanish Fork. The incident happened on July 7, 2023 while Emmett was at football practice with […]
Tabitha’s Way Celebrates 15 years serving the community & 14th Year Back Pack Give Away
For 15 years, Tabitha’s Way Local Food Pantry has been serving individuals and families facing food insecurity, and this past June, the organization celebrated this milestone. Over 1,500 guests attended a free block party held by and for the pantry on June 26, complete with live music, games, giveaways, food and activities for all ages. […]